Communications Specialist

Piper Companies is seeking a Communications Specialist to join an established organization within the financial services and wealth management industry for a hybrid 12-month contract position based out of Westlake, TX. The Communications Specialist will support an HR-focused change management function, partnering with strategy and program leaders to turn complex initiatives into clear, engaging visual communications used across the business.

Responsibilities of the Communications Specialist include:

• Collaborate with HR change and program leaders to understand objectives and translate them into clear, audience-appropriate communications.
• Design high-impact visual materials, including PowerPoint presentations and digital content, to support launches, leadership updates, and enterprise-wide initiatives.
• Develop and manage communication campaigns that align messaging across multiple channels and stakeholder groups.
• Build, maintain, and enhance SharePoint sites to ensure content is accessible, organized, and visually engaging.
• Monitor communication effectiveness through metrics and feedback, adjusting strategies to improve engagement and clarity.
  
  

Qualifications for the Communications Specialist include:

• 5 years of experience in communications, visual design, or presentation development supporting large-scale initiatives.
• Advanced expertise in Microsoft PowerPoint with hands-on experience managing modern SharePoint sites.
• Proven ability to distill complex or technical information into clear, compelling visual narratives.
• Experience supporting change management, transformation, or HR-related programs in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and engage confidently with senior stakeholders.
  
  

Compensation for the Communications Specialist:

Salary Range: $72,000-$82,000/year (USD)

Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, sick leave if required by law, and 401K

This job opens for applications on 4/23/26. Applications for this job will be accepted for at least 30 days from the posting date.

Keywords: communications specialist, change management, HR communications, visual communications, presentation design, PowerPoint, SharePoint, communication strategy, stakeholder engagement, executive presentations, internal communications, campaign management, user-centric design, information design, wealth management, financial services, program communications, organizational change, content development, messaging strategy.